Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends predictive analysis, emerging tech expertise, and strategic foresight to shape industries before they evolve. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer methodologies that turn futuristic concepts into market-ready realities. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential growth, this is your catalyst for impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps and market disruption forecasts
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging trends in AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Design strategic innovation frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Facilitate future-back scenario planning workshops
- Produce whitepapers and thought leadership on 2026 industry shifts
- Mentor junior futurists using proprietary foresight methodologies
- Secure $2M+ annual innovation grants from federal and private entities
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent
- Published work on exponential technologies or disruption forecasting
- Proven track record scaling AI/quantum initiatives in enterprise
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS or Foresight Practitioner)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend impact analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-proofed commercial innovations